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Queen Parrotfish
Scarus vetula
18.3272, -65.3328
Field Notes
Description:
Vibrant blue coloring and stripes near beak, as well as the distinctive shape of the beak, denote this as a Queen Parrotfish. They are also commonly seen with a long dorsal fin fully extended. Uses its beak to pick off algae and pieces of coral, and then excretes the waste out as sand.
Habitat:
Primarily inhabit Caribbean coral reefs. Can be seen swimming by themselves, or sometimes in aggregations with other Parrotfish.
Notes:
Parrotfish feeding habits are responsible for the 'crackling' sound that can be heard while swimming on reefs--the sound of their hard beaks cracking against coral.
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PublishedFebruary 18, 2012
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